Meaning & use

Disrobe

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To take off one's clothes, especially formal or ceremonial robes.

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The judge disrobed after the final session of the term.

Actors disrobed backstage during the quick costume change.

A note on using this word

Originally referred literally to removing a robe of office, such as a judge's or monarch's ceremonial garment.

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